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Why we have mad love for Marriott Rewards and how it makes us feel truly VIP
March 20, 2018**In September 2018 the Marriott Rewards program changed it’s Gold Elite Member Status rewards. We sadly no longer receive lounge privileges or breakfast at Marriott hotels. Hilton Honors Gold that we receive with our American Express Platinum card however includes continental breakfast with its booking so this is something we now take into consideration when […]
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Salted Caramel Milk and Road trips with kids for a special occasion
March 5, 2018This post is written in collaboration with Darigold for its new Salted Caramel Milk and as always the opinions and stories in this piece are written by me. We drink milk on a regular basis but salted caramel milk reminds me of a milestone birthday or special occasion. The salty sweet and creamy taste is […]
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When a clothing brand reminds you to be mindful of packaging
February 25, 2018I was really excited to try a few pieces from PrAna’s spring 2018 line-a cute black sweater and capri yoga pants-on our recent trip to Kauai. Have you heard of this clothing brand? I love so much about it-PrAna is stylish, comfortable, great for travel and easy to wear and I’ve partnered with them before […]
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E-bike sharing in Seattle and where to get a foldable helmet
February 21, 2018Try and not find the yellow, green and orange bikes popping up on every corner in Seattle. I often see them parked near the kids’ school and at community centers on sunny days. Maybe you’ve also seen them being pedaled around South Lake Union and Green Lake too. We have become a biking family-my husband […]
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Kiehls Apothecary Preparations and finding youthful skin in real life
February 17, 2018The other day I was asked if I was expecting (I’m not) and I got I.D.’d (thankfully in a different place than where they thought I was pregnant) and although one event made me happier than the other, I’m just going to put it out there that maybe, just maybe this might have a little […]
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A new Tesla electric car charger in Lynnwood and pondering going completely gas-free
February 13, 2018A couple years ago when we first got our Tesla we were a little apprehensive about buying an electric car for a family car. We had one option for charging on the way between Seattle and Vancouver and with all the long-driving we do to see relatives between here and there we didn’t know if […]
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A Valentine’s Gift List because I met Jojo Moyes
February 8, 2018”Be kind” Jojo Moyes says when someone asks her what the one thing the breadth of ALL her work tells us at an author reading the other night at Third Place Books in Bothell. “Kindness is an underrated virtue. Be strong, be courageous and if you’re strong within, the world will be a better place.” […]
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Learning how to be an auction winner with Goodwill and what kind of used snowshoes you should buy if you’re in Seattle
January 30, 2018This is a sponsored post for Goodwill and as always the opinions in this piece are mine. I visited with Goodwill in Tacoma to learn about their mission and learn about their online auction site: www.shopgoodwill.com Let me preface this tale with a little bit of back history. As a mom of energetic twin boys […]
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Low tech and high tech toys that are faves in my house right now
January 22, 2018The holidays are over, the decorations are packed away and we’re about a month into all the fun toys that have arrived at our house. (I can’t take credit for the decorations being down…that’s definitely the hubby’s doing. I would have them up all year round but not because I’m festive….) And of course […]
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A solo mom afternoon on a family trip to Whistler
December 4, 2017I have created this post in partnership with PrAna and the ideas and opinions are my own. Sometimes you find a brand that just clicks right with your soul. PrAna’s mantra of being ‘clothing for people who live fully, play long, and travel well’ speaks to me and I love that the clothing I’ve tried […]
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More than cards at Minted for your holiday shopping
November 28, 2017I’ve partnered with Minted to check out their holiday shopping ideas in exchange for credit on their site and as always the ideas and thoughts in this post are my own. Have you checked out Minted lately? I was in Target recently and noticed a new wall display with gorgeous cards by Minted artists. I’ve […]
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A tech filled lunch that helped me with my holiday shopping and might help you too!
November 14, 2017I was a guest at a Techlicious and Consumer Technology Association event In Seattle to lunch and learn about tech gift ideas for the holidays and as always the ideas and opinions in this blog are my own. I’m not always the earliest adopter of tech. Sometimes I get a little overwhelmed and feel like […]
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Checking out Electric and Hybrid Cars at the Seattle Auto Show 2017
November 10, 2017I attended a media event to preview the Seattle Auto Show so I could check out the electric and hybrid cars and as always the opinions and views on this blog are my own. The 2017 Auto Show is in Seattle this weekend and I was so excited to check out the new electric and […]
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A few things I’ve got my eye on in Seattle and beyond thanks to Instagram Stories
November 8, 2017Doesn’t it feel like we have the whole world at our fingertips lately? I so love Instagram and the community it creates. Last week I was at Costco and I saw an awesome-looking snack from Nature Valley and I wasn’t sure if I should buy it. I asked about it in my Instagram Stories and […]
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Heading to the mountains with our new portable speaker
November 3, 2017This post is sponsored by Verizon however the thoughts and opinions in this post are mine. I’m watching snow flakes float out my window on the EARLIEST snowfall I’ve ever seen in Seattle in years-are you as excited as I am to start the weekend already? And even though we’re only getting a dusting here, […]
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Why I need a whole new bedroom now thanks to my mattress
November 1, 2017I am going to have to overhaul my bedroom. This all started with an invite I received in my email from Tuft and Needle for the opening of its brand new Seattle store. This online mattress company from Phoenix was coming to Seattle and wanted influencers to check out their new brick and mortar store in […]
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Family travel tools to help you on World Tourism day
September 27, 2017Yes, there are millions of theme days nowadays, but today is one that is dear to my heart. There is nothing like travel to make the big wide world feel smaller and more like a interconnected community and I would rather have a handful of travel days in my heart than any materials things. That […]
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Fun things for Hello Kitty Fans in Seattle and beyond
September 26, 2017Mark your calendars Seattle friends, there is a Hello Kitty Food Truck heading our way in a few weeks! On October 7 the truck will be at Westfield Southcenter and I so would love to be there! Has anyone been before? I have seen the lovely goodies from the truck but I’m never in town […]
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Sea Bands for Seasickness in Seattle
September 20, 2017I was sent some Sea Bands and a gift card in exchange for this post from Momsmeet, but the opinions below are my own. Seattle is so lucky to be surrounded by so much water. We have islands to visit and lakes to swim in. There are many opportunities to get in a boat, hop […]
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Next Level Burger in Seattle has vegan milkshakes and delicious kids’ meals
September 7, 2017Next Level Burger, a newly opened restaurant INSIDE Whole Foods in Roosevelt Square Seattle can’t be more perfect for families with kids. There is free parking. The food is fast and delicious. And when the kids have eaten and are perfectly content, the grocery store is RIGHT THERE so grabbing a fast few things for tomorrow’s […]
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